Hampshire · London and the South East
Gutter survey in Four Marks, Hampshire
Gutter surveys in Four Marks and the rest of Hampshire. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Fascia boards damaged by overflowing water
- Gutters packed with leaves or moss
- Overflowing valley or parapet gutters
Landlords, agents and block managers in Four Marks
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
Gutter surveys for homes and businesses in Four Marks
We survey gutters and rainwater systems in Four Marks and right across London and South East England. We inspect everything we can see safely from the ground, windows, the roof space and the roof where it is safe. Time on site typically takes between one and two hours for most homes, and longer where there are parapet, valley or box gutters to follow. Afterwards, you get a written report with photos and recommendations. We are often asked to look into gutters packed with leaves or moss and sagging gutters and loose brackets, on eaves gutters, fascias and soffits and downpipes.
Around Four Marks, gardens, hedges and nearby trees can mean leaves and moss end up on roofs and in gutters. Once gutters and outlets block, water spills over and soaks the walls. A report spots that kind of slow problem before it becomes damp inside. Plants growing from a gutter or moss on the tiles are signs worth noting from the ground.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photo. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- Four Marks (GU34)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Do you need a gutter survey in Four Marks?
Falling leaves are the most common cause of blocked gutters. Nearby trees drop leaves, twigs and seeds into gutters every autumn, and they collect at the outlets. A choked outlet soon means a full, overflowing gutter.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Water spilling over the gutter edge
- Cracked or loose downpipes
- Leaves and moss blocking gutters
- Blocked outlets and hoppers
If you own a rental within reach of Alton station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- How soon the report will arrive
- Are they insured for the work?
FAQs for Four Marks
Is my home in Four Marks listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Can a landlord with a rental near Alton station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
Are hidden gutters like valleys and box gutters included?
Yes. These gutters frequently cause leaks indoors when they block, so they’re an important part of the survey. Some may only be partly visible, and we’ll note that in the report.
How do I book a survey in Four Marks?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or email us. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Do you look in the loft space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
When is the best time for a gutter survey?
Any time of year works. Booking before autumn and winter gives you time to plan, and a wet spell can show where gutters overflow.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we’ll recommend one.
What you can safely check yourself
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That’s where a survey comes in.
What affects the cost of gutter surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Roof area
- Which survey package you book
Gutter survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Getting in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
What happens on the day
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Four Marks is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- We start by hearing about any drips, overflows or damp patches.
- Gutters, downpipes, fascias and soffits are inspected from safe vantage points.
- We check hidden gutters, like valleys and parapets, where it is safe to see them.
- Where the loft can be reached safely, we check it for staining or damp.
- You get a report with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Lead-lined valley and parapet gutters
Many older homes have lead-lined valley and parapet gutters. A split lining can leak straight into the building.
Plastic (uPVC) gutters
Plastic rainwater systems are common on homes of many ages. Their joints can leak as the seals wear and brackets may drop under the weight of debris.
Four Marks homes and their roofs
Bentworth Hall, about 2.7 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Four Marks. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If you look after a building like Four Marks Church of England Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. Take an older house close to Church of the Good Shepherd: the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Four Marks is about 4 miles south-west of Alton, in Hampshire. Surveys in Four Marks work the same way as everywhere we cover: a close look at everything that’s safely in view, photographs and a clear written report. Four Marks is one of the places in Hampshire where we work. There is also a page for Southampton.
All of GU34 is within our area for gutter surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Read's Field, River Close and Chalk Close, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Four Marks: Medstead (1 mile north), Soldridge (1 mile west), South Town (2 miles north-west), New Copse (2 miles north) and Hattingley (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (11 miles north), Winchester (12 miles west), Fleet (15 miles north-east), Horndean (14 miles south), Alton (4 miles north-east) and Petersfield (9 miles south-east).
Around Four Marks
The closest station to Four Marks is Alton station, roughly 4.6 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Barton Castle (3.5 miles north-west) and Alton Community Hospital (3.3 miles north-east). Open spaces near Four Marks include Red Hill.